Monday, February 3
Monday Classes - 1, 2, 7, 8
4th grade field trip to Mission San Juan Capistrano - CHECK IN AT 9:45 AM
Tuesday, February 4
Regular schedule
9:00 - 10:00 am - Writer's Studio 7/8
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm - Open House at Classical Academy High School
Wednesday, February 5
Regular schedule
9:00-10:00 am - Writer's Studio 5/6
3:00 PM - Flex Track Interest Meeting in Room 127
Thursday, February 6
Regular schedule
9:00 - 10:00 am - Writer's Studio 7/8
Friday, February 7
Regular schedule
9:00-10:00 am - Writer's Studio 5/6
3:00 PM - Flex Track Interest Meeting in Room 127
NEW VISITOR MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
As a part of TCA’s daily effort to strengthen campus safety, our new visitor management system is being deployed on Monday, February 3, 2020. This new system allows us to screen and know who is on campus at all times. During school hours (8:30 am-3:30 pm), visitors will be asked to present an ID for screening and given a badge authorizing their presence on campus.
The first time your ID is scanned can take several minutes. Though we will try to minimize the amount of time taken during the initial screening, a line may form. Please plan ahead and allow extra time when you plan to enter campus. We are requesting your patience during this process.
If you have any additional questions, please contact the front office.
These are the pages in the back of the yearbook that we have done over the years (These ads will print in all yearbooks). You can make their yearbook even more special by creating a personal message with words, photos and graphics. If purchasing the yearbook, you have two free custom pages added to your copy only.
It’s easy! Simply follow these steps to get started:
1. Go to treering.com
2. Click on ‘sign up” (top right corner)
3. Enter our school's pass code: 1015284017252550
4. Create your account and follow the prompts to add your student(s)
5. YOU DO NOT NEED TO PURCHASE A YEARBOOK IN ORDER TO PURCHASE AN AD – click on “Buy Later” at the top left corner.
6. Click on “Celebrate Your Student” to create your ad!
Pricing is as follows:
¼ page ad - $1
½ page ad - $3
Full page ad - $5
Musical Theater Fundraiser at Jersey Mike's Subs!
February 6th - February 8th
30% of proceeds benefit our Musical Theater program
Show this flier or mention Classical Academy Vista
Jersey Mike's is located at:
620 Hacienda Drive, Ste 103, Vista
Flex Track Interest Meeting
Wednesday, February 5th - 3:00 pm
Friday, February 7th - 3:00 pm
For info on our Flex program, please watch this presentation:
Spring Picture Day is approaching!
Students may have their Spring Pictures (or make-up picture) taken at school on :
Friday, February 21st, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm in the gym
(This is the FINAL opportunity for students who have missed our other picture days! In order to have it appear in the yearbook, you will need to bring your picture in to the front office)
CAV Gear Store is OPEN for business!
Get your t-shirts, sweatshirts and totes! Show your school pride!
(Deadline for orders is Friday, February 14th)
The mission of LLS is:
Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families.
Students will be bringing home a small cardboard box in which any loose change can be donated for Pennies for Patients or you can donate to their classroom online!
The top fundraising classroom receives a pasta party courtesy of Olive Garden!
7TH GRADE IMMUNIZATIONS REQUIREMENTS UPDATE
If your student will be enrolling in 7th grade for the 2020-2021 school year they must have received a final Tdap vaccine and 2 varicella vaccines, which are typically administered on or after a child’s 7th birthday. In addition, your student must be up to date on all other required immunizations.
Please make sure that when you are enrolling your incoming 7th grade student, that you have reviewed all of the needed components to complete the immunization requirement. For more information on immunization requirements, please visit: Parents' Guide to Immunizations: Required for School Entry.
Thank you for your time and we are excited for another year with you!
Kind regards,
Kirstin Lasto
Principal
New Student Open House This February!
New students who are interested in attending The Classical Academies are invited to an Open House at the campus of their choice this February. Meet the teachers, tour the campus, and learn more about tuition-free, flexible program options. Rigorous academics, robust arts and science, and integrated character education instruction make The Classical Academy a great place to think, communicate, and achieve!
Share these dates with your friends and family!
Postcards are available in the front office.
Take a night off!
Parent Night Out at AKMA is a great time for the kids and gives you the opportunity to also have a fun night out!
Kids play laser tag, dodge ball, have a pizza party and more. See flier for details.
100% of proceeds will go to Classical Academy Vista's Shamrock Shuffle dance coming in March!
Shamrock Shuffle Family Dance
Friday, March 20, 2020
5:30 - 8:00 pm
$5 per person or $20 per family (4 +)
This is not a drop off eventGo to tree.ring.com
Enter our school's pass code: 1015284017252550
Customize your 2 FREE pages (these pages appear only in your yearbook)
Place a student "Ad" for a minimal additional cost! (Ads print in ALL yearbooks).
Purchase ad space of 1/4 page, 1/2 page, or a full page (cost ranges from $1 to $5 per ad)
(You are not required to purchase a yearbook in order to place an ad)
8th Grade Class Trip to the East Coast is now OPEN for registration!
2020 East Coast Trip Open Enrollment
The 2020 East Coast trip is now open for enrollment. Here are the quick facts:
Dates: November 12-19, 2020
Registration: Open now to first 50 (51+ waiting list lifted around 65)
Deposit Due: April 25, 2020
Cost: $2394
Parent information meeting TBD, so stay tuned for further details. Click HERE to see a video from this year's east coast trip. To learn more details about the trip, and to register, click HERE.
*these enrichment classes are offered by outside vendors and held on our campus on Mondays.
CLASSES DESIGNED FOR GRADES K-2ND
AB Arts will be offering an art class on Thursdays, starting at 3 pm in Room 125.
Cooking Round the World gives boys & girls the opportunity to learn about countries ‘round the world by cooking.... and eating! By combining cultural education and culinary arts children learn cooking skills while experiencing a country’s culinary flavors. Cooking is 100% hands on.
Click here for details for Spring Registration (beginning in March)
Academic Chess is devoted to promoting the merits of chess among children by using stories, dances, and catchy songs to make the game of chess exciting and easy to understand.
Here is short list of the benefits of chess: Creativity, Concentration, Logical Reasoning, Critical Thinking, Memory, Problem Solving, Planning Ahead, Complex Decision Making, Pattern Recognition, Intellectual Maturity
CAMP INVENTION:
Let your child’s imagination soar as it elevates and takes flight.
The camp invention program is Supercharged, where children build 21st-century skills and transform their wildest imaginations into epic creations. Campers in grades K through 6th will code and program their very own flight simulation robot, discover ways to protect earths ecosystems, sketch and build prototypes while protecting their intellectual property, and design the ultimate sports complex with inspiration from the real world inventors behind their favorite sports. Local educators will lead this innovated, hands-on STEM activities that build collaboration in creative problem-solving skills.
Early registration discounts are available! Register and find current promotions at invent.org/camp or call 800–968-4332.
Location: Coastal Academy
4096 Calle Platino
Oceanside, CA 92056
Who: for children entering K through 6th grade
When: June 15th-19th 2020
Time : 8:30AM - 3:00 PM
Price: $260 (Before Discount)
Contact: Natalie Rhodes at Nrhodes@classicalacademy.com
Register using promo code SUM25 to save $25 (expires 3/31) or SUM15 to save $15 (expires 5/12) off the $260 registration fee. Availability is limited.
Secure your child’s spot today!
Dear Families,
The Box Tops for Education program is changing the way we can earn cash for our school! Over the summer, participating brands have begun to change their packaging from the traditional Box Tops clip to the new Box Tops label. Going forward, instead of clipping from packages and checking expiration dates, all Box Tops will be earned digitally by scanning your receipt. The Box Tops for Education team has worked hard to build a NEW-and-improved, user-friendly Box Tops mobile app, available now. The new app features state-of-the-art technology that allows you to scan your store receipt, find participating products and instantly add Box Tops to our school's earnings online.
If you have any questions, please contact our Box Tops Parent volunteer:
Sarah Ellis
Phone: 760-828-7591
Email: sellis0711@gmail.com
Great for when parents get busy and need a little support!
Daily rates or by the hour - flexible scheduling
When: Monday - Thursday available
Where: New Venture campus
Time: 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
How: Email Linda/Tara for registration options
Who Can Participate: 2nd through 8th grades (younger grades will be considered on a case by case basis)
Vista Campus Schedule: We follow the school calendar and meet during conference weeks.
Contact: lindaguzmanmom@yahoo.com or tara.pheneger@hopeww.org
Linda Guzman: 760-978-7758
Tara Pheneger: 619-517-5389
C-track Winter MAP Testing 3rd-8th Only
When: February 18, 19, 20, 21 from 9am-12pm
Look for a Sign Up Genius email from your ES to choose and save your spots.
*Special Note: No Electives for CAV during testing week. Science for 6-8 should be completed at home; 3-5 will have no Science.
5th and 7th PE State Testing: March 17th-20th: Details to come soon.
Save the Date for C-track End-of-Year Party: Monday, May 18th
8th Grade Class Trip to the East Coast is now OPEN for registration!
2020 East Coast Trip Open Enrollment
The 2020 East Coast trip is now open for enrollment. Here are the quick facts:
Dates: November 12-19, 2020
Registration: Open now to first 50 (51+ waiting list lifted around 65)
Deposit Due: April 25, 2020
Cost: $2394
Parent information meeting TBD, so stay tuned for further details. Click HERE to see a video from this year's east coast trip. To learn more details about the trip, and to register, click HERE.
The Classical Academies' 5th Grade Class Trip
Pathfinder Ranch Science Camp
Idyllwild, CA 92561
Coastal/Vista/Bear Valley Campuses: April 20-22, 2020
Registration for this trip is FULL; Please contact Tiffany Jaggi if you would like to be on a waitlist.
tjaggi@classicalacademy.com
Trip dates: March 3-5, 2020
Registration for this trip is closed. Please contact Tiffany Jaggi for info.
tjaggi@classicalacademy.com
To receive Counseling Dept updates on Schoology - use this access code to join the group!
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Hello Classical Academy Vista Families!
I am so grateful to be in my third year as the school counselor here at CAV. I love to get into classrooms and do lessons based on current student needs in regards to different social emotional skills. My lessons will occur based on teacher scheduling and need, but I try to get into classrooms at least once per unit. Some examples of lessons might include how to be a good friend, growth mindset, coping strategies for stress management, or based on one of our 8 Keys of Excellence. Attached here is a slideshow of what I do as a school based counselor. If you should ever have any questions, concerns, need resources, or have student referrals, please do not hesitate to reach out. I’m very passionate about building a positive, welcoming school climate on campus and look forward to seeing you all throughout the year!
All my best,
Charity Marino
R.E.C. Girls Group:
If you signed up for 6-8 grade R.E.C. Girls Group, we will meet on the following dates during PE. Please let cmarino@classicalacademy.com or ltaylor@classicalacademy.com know if you have any questions. Thank you!
Meeting Dates:
A Track- 3/3, 3/17, 4/14, 4/21, 5/5, 5/12, 5/19
B Track- 3/8, 3/20, 4/17, 4/24, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22
With parent/guardian permission, students will get a chance to practice specific social skills in a smaller group setting with their peers over 6 sessions. Some skills will include; introducing self, verbal and non-verbal communication, tone, how to handle peer conflict, qualities of a good friend, understanding social situations, being an active listener, switching perspective, etc.
Parent permission form needs to be completed and turned in to the front office. Best Buds will meet during PE time, 12:15-12:45 pm (see form for meeting dates)
Stay after school and have a great time dancing!
Dance club will meet on Tuesdays in the gym (no meetings during conference weeks or breaks)
Grades K-2nd - 3:00 - 3:30 pm
Grades 3rd-up - 3:30 - 4:00 pm
If you would like more info, please contact Kelly Ewing - mrskellyewing@yahoo.com
CAV Surf Club
Surf Club practice will be on hold until the Spring.
Please contact Holly Dupuis with any questions.
Coach Todd and Holly Dupuis
Hope to see you at the beach!
Unit 4 All Family Field Trip is Super S. T. E. M. Saturday!
Join us rain or shine on the Cal State San Marcos campus on March 14 from 10 am-4 pm, rain or shine, for this annual event
Explore interactive demonstrations and hands-on science activities at Super STEM Saturday, including rocket launches, build-a-robot stations, model displays, scientist chats and a obstacle course. The event is free and open to the public.
Celebrate Carsbad Day at LEGOLAND with discount tickets!
The annual Celebrate Carlsbad Day at LEGOLAND California will take place on Saturday, February 29, 2020 from 11:00 am – 8:00 pm. Specially priced LEGOLAND tickets are available for sale online.
New this year! They are hosting a $29.99 Early-Bird 1-day ticket sale which ends at midnight on Thursday, Feb. 6.
Try a Square Dancing class!
Its great for the whole family!
oceanwavers.com
760-420-5390
Our P.E. programs allow charter school students to socialize in a fun and active environment. Students will interact with their peers while practicing and playing sports and other physical activities. This is a great opportunity for every student learn new sports like futsal (indoor soccer), volleyball, basketball, flag football, and more.
Please see the attached flyer with more information and pricing.
Classical Academy uses 'Helpcounter' to keep track of volunteer hours and also is a place for parents to find volunteer needs by classroom. Your time and donations help us earn grants and show how wonderful and involved our parents are here!
To set up your account go to HelpCounter
If you have questions regarding upcoming volunteer opportunities, please contact our Parent Volunteer Coordinator, Tiffany Jaggi at tjaggi@classicalacademy.com.
Please follow the arrows and sign to our parking lot. We are the second lot as you drive in. The first lot is for the Church and Preschool only. We want to be respectful of our neighbors, so please park in our lot only.
There is no drop off in the church parking lot. For security of our kids, we need to drop them off in our parking lot or directly to our office. This is especially important for our K-2 classrooms on the first level. They must go to the office and be walked to class if they are late.
Thank you for following our parking policies!
School Drop Off Traffic Flow Diagram
School Pick Up Traffic Flow Diagram
Drop off is from 8:30 - 8:45 am.
We will meet in the gym for our all school assembly from 8:45 - 9:00 am. All family and friends are welcome at our morning assembly. All kids will follow their teacher to their first morning class at 9:00 am.
Late arrivals will need to check in at the office. Office Staff will walk students to their class.
Pick up is at 3:00 pm for K-2nd and 3:30 pm for 3-8th.
Younger siblings waiting for older ones will be supervised on the playground until the 3:30 pm pick up.
We have two lines of traffic that come into the pickup area.
At book pick up, you will receive a placard with your last name to display in your car window.
Last names beginning with A-K are on the playground lane (inner right lane) and L-Z are on the parking lot lane (left lane). Signs will be posted to help with traffic flow. The first few weeks will be slower as we learn to recognize cars. Please be patient as we work this out. Last year we were able to get everyone in and out within 10 minutes.
Alternate Pick Up - Please complete this form and bring to our front office if your child(ren) will be picked up by someone other than a parent or guardian
Medication Form - 2019-20 Medication Form will now require a doctors signature for ANY medication
Household Information Update - Please return this form to the office with any new information so we can update our records. If you change your residential address, we will need a current proof of residence showing the new address.
The California Department of Education has requirements for the way schools handle student medications, and because of that, all TCA schools will put into effect the following medication policy for the 2019-2020 school year.
Per Education Code 49423 & 49423.1, any medication required to be taken during school hours, whether prescribed or over-the-counter, must have a doctor's signature, name of the medication, dosage, schedule, and method of delivery . We also must have a written statement from the parent indicating the desire to have the school assist the student with the medication per the doctor's order. Even if your student will be carrying their medication with them, we still have to have a signed form from the doctor, from the student stating they understand how to take the medication, and signed approval from the parent.
We will no longer be able to administer any type of medication (not even Tylenol or Ibuprofen) without a doctor's signature, even if it is only a one-time situation. We will also no longer be able to accept any loose medication. All medication must be in the original container.
We know this might be inconvenient, but it is really for the safety of the students. Since we do not have licensed nurses on site, these changes are being made to allow safe delivery of medication and predictable outcomes for students who are assisted by unlicensed personnel. We are receiving annual training by the school nurse to deliver medications safely. Any medication requiring extra skill for delivery will be communicated to the school nurse who will then set up training with selected staff.
If your child will need to have medication available in the office next school year, you can pick up one of the new medication forms ,which has a spot for your doctor's signature, in the front office or download the form here.
Please note, this new form is only good for one year and should not be dated before July 1st, 2019.
Do you have a comment, suggestion, idea to share? We have a special email address just for you, comments@classicalacademy.com. Your partnership is valued. Your ideas strengthen our programs. We look forward to hearing from you soon.
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